P0476 Engine Trouble Code

When the check engine light comes P0476 code on the first you should check is the gas cap. Pull over, retighten it, and take a look at the cap to see if it has any cracks in it. Continue driving and see if the check engine light turns off. Alternately, you can purchase a gas cap for about $3 at an auto parts store. All you need to do is take the old one off and screw on the new one. If you've already made it to the store, you might as well just replace it. While not car-threatening, it's good to take care of this right away to improve gas mileage.

P0476 Code Meaning :

When you check car engine light came on code P0476 the reason should be Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light). However manufacturer may have a different definition for the P0476 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code. So you should chech it on our car models.

P0476 OBD-II Diagnostic Powertrain (P) Trouble Code Description

P0476 OBD-II Trouble Code Exhaust Back Pressure Regulator - Is a variable position valve that controls exhaust back pressure during cold ambient temperatures to increase cab heat and decrease the amount of time needed to defro P0476 code.

Reason For P0476 Code

The reason of P0476 OBD-II Engine Trouble Code is Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Malfunction.

P0476 code on vehicles with electronically controlled automatic transmissions, the 3-4 shift solenoid is responsible for actuating the hydraulic circuits to activate clutches or bands that change gears inside the automatic transmission.

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